Improvisation & Composition: Two Sides of the Same Coin

Bassist and composer Ben Allison leads an interactive discussion on compositional processes, showing by example how to use composition to develop approaches to improvisation. Presented by Mike's Master Classes and David Gage String Instruments as part of the David Gage Workshop Series.

Award-winning and internationally recognized as both a player and writer, Ben is joined by saxophonist and composer Michael Blake for the performance and discussion.